The value of human life : a study of the story of the flood (Genesis 6-9) /

The value of human life : a study of the story of the flood (Genesis 6-9) /

This book examines the way in which the story of the flood in Genesis 6-9 presents the ethical question of the value of human life. The sources J and P are examined to see how their combination in the canonical text enhances interpretation. Several themes of the story are studied including the cause...

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Main Author: Harland, P. J.

Format: eBook

Language: English

Published: Leiden ; New York : Brill, 1996.

Series: Supplements to Vetus Testamentum, v. 64
Vetus Testamentum, Supplements 64.
Vetus Testamentum Supplements Online, ISBN: 9789004264991.

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Bible. > O.T. > Genesis VI-IX > Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Deluge.

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Call Number: BS410.V452 vol. 64 BS658

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Table of Contents:
  • Preliminary material
  • Introduction
  • Chapter One: The Causes of the Flood
  • Chapter Two: The Righteousness of Noah
  • Chapter Three: God's Repentance in Genesis 6:6
  • Chapter Four: Creation, Uncreation and Re-Creation
  • Chapter Five: Restoration
  • Chapter Six: Genesis 9:1-7
  • Chapter Seven: The image of God
  • Conclusion
  • Bibliography
  • Index of Modern Authors
  • Index of Biblical References.